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You will need to complete a Kent State Education Abroad application. These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Guest Application (If applicable)

Are you a student at another university? To apply for a Kent State education abroad program, you will first need to apply for admission to 5X���� as a “Guest Student”. Please apply as either an “Undergraduate Guest Student” or as a “Graduate Guest Student”, depending on your course level.

Once you have applied and been accepted as a 5X���� student, you will receive an email with your FlashLine login credentials. Activate your account and then proceed to the next step, which is to apply to the Education Abroad program of your interest. You can return to this page and follow the “Apply Now” button to start that application.

You can also refer to the FAQs for Guest Students if you need further help.

3. Wait for Acceptance

Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis.  You will receive an e-mail with your application decision once your application has been reviewed.

4. Commit to the Program

If you are accepted, you need to log back into your application by going to and clicking LOGIN. Once you see the name of your program, you need to click on it and commit (i.e., accept your offer of admission). 

A visa is a document required by many countries, in addition to your passport, that allows you to enter the country for a certain purpose (whether that’s to stay, transit, or exit). Essentially, it is the country's government giving you legal permission to enter their country to travel, study, work, etc.

Please note, it is solely the responsibility of the student to: 

• determine the entry, transit, and stay requirements for the country or countries to which they will travel,
• and to apply for any necessary visas, stay permits, or any other immigration requirements of the host nation(s).

It is also the responsibility of the student to:

• verify the correct documentation required to apply for the required visa(s), 
• apply for the visa(s) early enough to ensure there is enough processing time,
• and pay any fees associated with obtaining the visa(s).

5X����'s Office of Global Education is available to provide general guidance regarding student visa requirements and procedures; however, each student who travels abroad is expected to manage their own legal obligations regarding international travel.

It is strongly recommended by the Office of Global Education that you carefully review the appropriate consulate or embassy website for the nation(s) you plan to visit in order to determine current entry/study/exit visa requirements.

Paris, France

One of the most visited cities in the world, Paris is an architecturally robust location with world-renowned cuisine and illustrious art.

• Explore the city as you walk along the same streets that some of the most prolific writers and artists have walked.
• You can also take boat tours along the canals for an even more unique view of the aesthetics of Paris.
• The cosmopolitan city has multiple landmarks to visit, including the Louvre, the National Museum of Natural History, and the highly successful Paris Shakespeare & Company.

Paris is more than just a tourist destination. It is a site bursting with culture and education.

• Visit the bookshops known not only for their selection of books but also for their timeless architecture.
• You can also walk through the Latin Quarter, which dates back to the Middle Ages, where students would attend the Sorbonne and learn Latin.
• What's more, Paris offers a unique cuisine that combines both tradition and innovation. You can explore new flavors in an international city that provides an energetic city life.

Transportation

Airports

The nearest airports in Paris are Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), which is the main international airport. You can use Orly Airport and Beauvais-Tille Airport, which primarily serves budget airlines and intra-European flights.

Local Transportation

Students have many transportation options in Paris. The cheapest, easiest and fastest way to get around Paris is the metro. There are 16 metro lines and about 300 metro stations. You can purchase a Metro pass upon arrival in downtown Paris. This pass allows use of the metro, bus, and trams within the city day and night.

Beyond the city limits (for example, when traveling to/from the airport or Versailles) you can use the Suburban Express Railway (RER). You’ll need separate tickets here, as your city metro pass will not be valid on these journeys.

You can also travel via transilien (regional train), tramway and buses.

Students stay in centrally located apartments, allowing for an immersive experience. Apartments are fully furnished and shared with other KSU study abroad students. Private apartments may be requested, however there is an additional cost and there are limited units available.

Students are encouraged to cook in their apartments and get out into the city to explore the diverse culinary scene that Paris has to offer. You can practice your French while picking up produce and meals from the various markets in Paris. When budgeting, you can expect to spend about 50 Euros daily for meals and snacks.

It is possible to use your federal financial aid to go on 5X����-approved education abroad programs. You can learn more on the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center website.

It is also possible to use most Kent State scholarships for education abroad costs. You can find education abroad scholarships on ScholarshipUniverse.

If you have any questions about using your financial aid and scholarships for study abroad, you can contact the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center.

Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

• international travel procedures;
• in-country resources;
• health and safety resources and information;
• culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we’ve pulled together for you on our “Before You Go” page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center.